Senior SDET

Post Date

Dec 15, 2025

Location

Carlsbad,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

92009
US
Feb 18, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

SDG-11f82bb6-d7d0-4807-8677-0a17330b5c3c

Pay Rate

$71 - $89 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to build and maintain a comprehensive test infrastructure for a SATCOM Software product. In this role, you will be responsible for helping architect, implement, and maintain an automated System Test suite. You will work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot system issues, improve system reliability, and deploy updates to various testing environments. The role also requires active participation in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and design discussions.

The day-to-day
• Design and implement automated test frameworks across the stack (frontend, backend, and infrastructure)
• Write and maintain integration, E2E, and system-level tests using tools like Pytest, Jest, and Playwright/Cypress
• Test APIs (REST and gRPC) for functionality, security, and performance
• Build and execute test plans in HIL environments to validate software on real hardware
• Implement/integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4+ years of experience in test automation or software quality roles, ideally with exposure to both frontend and backend testing
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and/or a related field
• Strong programming skills in Python or other programming languages (Go, JavaScript, Java, etc.)
• Experience with test frameworks such as Pytest, Jest, and Playwright/Cypress
• Familiarity with Kubernetes cluster deployment and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with REST and gRPC API testing
• Strong software test experience with micro-service architected application containing both backend and web UIs communicating through APIs
• Ability to set up and validate cloud (primarily AWS) and lab (Linux servers, VMs) infrastructures and simulate real-world scenarios
• Familiar with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated build/test workflows

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Programming experience in GO

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.